Who we are
Meet Our Team

Dr. Kendrick Glover
Executive Director

Michael Jones
Assistant Director

Benaiah Israel
In-School Programs Manager

Glenn Watson
Intake Specialist

Keliesha Lovelace
Office Admin / Mentor

Robert Verrett
Afterschool Activities Coordinator

Jeremy Njoroge
Youth Development Coordinator
What People Say About Us
This is a powerful mentoring program for young men living in todays world. The mentors are men (and women) with much to offer about life and it's experiences. Preparing for the future and helping them through the pitfalls are what GEM does best. If you have a young man who needs guidance or you what to share you experiences...come be a part of this great organization!!
Charmaine Boston
Thank you for this amazing gift of lunches you are providing for the community. The food is yummy and the smiles are heart-warming. We appreciate everyone involved in making this happen. Community members like you provide encouragement and hope in a difficult time.
The Anderson Family
A true place that cares about and helps the youth that want help! #awesome
cshawna m
The community center is a place people choose to go to spend time, to build skills and social networking. It is a safe environment, GEM fits very well into philosophy of our city’s recreation division.
Suzette CookeKent Mayor